The Life of Cardinal Wolsey

The Life of Cardinal Wolsey
Author: George Cavendish
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2023-10-31
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

George Cavendish's 'The Life of Cardinal Wolsey' is a compelling biography that delves into the rise and fall of one of England's most powerful and influential figures during the reign of King Henry VIII. Written in a detailed and vivid narrative style, Cavendish provides a close look at Cardinal Wolsey's political and religious achievements, as well as his ultimate downfall. The book offers valuable insights into the political landscape and power struggles of the Tudor court. Cavendish's meticulous attention to detail and impeccable research make this biography an essential read for those interested in Tudor history. As a close confidant of Cardinal Wolsey, George Cavendish was uniquely positioned to provide an insider's perspective on the events surrounding the cardinal's life. His firsthand knowledge and deep understanding of the political maneuverings of the time shine through in this biography. Cavendish's personal connection to Wolsey adds a layer of depth and authenticity to the narrative, making it a valuable historical document. I highly recommend 'The Life of Cardinal Wolsey' to readers who are fascinated by the Tudor period and enjoy engaging with well-researched historical biographies. Cavendish's detailed account of Wolsey's life and career offers a captivating glimpse into the intrigues and complexities of Tudor politics, making it a must-read for history enthusiasts.

The Autobiography of Henry VIII

The Autobiography of Henry VIII
Author: Margaret George
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Total Pages: 960
Release: 2010-04-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1429924705

The Autobiography of Henry VIII is the magnificent historical novel that established Margaret George's career. Evocatively written in the first person as Henry VIII's private journals, the novel was the product of fifteen years of meticulous research and five handwritten drafts. Much has been written about the mighty, egotistical Henry VIII: the man who dismantled the Church because it would not grant him the divorce he wanted; who married six women and beheaded two of them; who executed his friend Thomas More; who sacked the monasteries; who longed for a son and neglected his daughters, Mary and Elizabeth; who finally grew fat, disease-ridden, dissolute. Now, in her magnificent work of storytelling and imagination Margaret George bring us Henry VIII's story as he himself might have told it, in memoirs interspersed with irreverent comments from his jester and confident, Will Somers. Brilliantly combining history, wit, dramatic narrative, and an extraordinary grasp of the pleasures and perils of power, this monumental novel shows us Henry the man more vividly than he has ever been seen before.